YearToAvoid

2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

Good The 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor has a complaint index of 17, the second-lowest among 7 model years tracked, and ranks 6th worst out of those years. It carries a Good verdict, though that's capped because complaint records for 2005-2009 are less complete. It has 14 complaints, 3 recalls, and 2 reported crashes.

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index
17/100
#6 of 7 Endeavor years
Verdict
Good
vs. other years of this model
Complaints
14
unique NHTSA reports
Recalls
3
distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes
2
reported in complaints
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Top issue
Fuel System
Best nearby year
2010
rated Good
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
17.5
15 city / 20.5 hwy
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Top 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor problems

Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Fuel System3 (21%)
  2. Electrical System2 (14%)
  3. Other2 (14%)
  4. Seat Belts2 (14%)
  5. Structure & Body2 (14%)
  6. Suspension, Wheels & Tires2 (14%)
  7. Transmission & Powertrain2 (14%)
  8. Brakes1 (7%)
  9. Engine1 (7%)

A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.

What owners report

  • Some owners report the vehicle stalls or fails to start after refueling, requiring the accelerator to be pressed to restart it.
  • Owners describe the ignition key getting stuck in the off position or the gear shifter failing to release from park.
  • Fuel system complaints mention fuel leaking near the filler area with a strong fuel odor and the check engine light coming on.
  • Owners report the rear subframe rusting through and breaking near the wheel area after extended use.
  • Some owners noticed the air conditioner blowing warmer air at highway speed, tied to an electrical system recall.
  • Seat belt complaints describe a defective front passenger belt and a seatbelt reminder alert that does not activate.
2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor complaints: complaints filed per month2Jun 2008Sep 2015Jul 2017Mar 2019Sep 2019Sep 2020Aug 2024
14 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jun 2008 to Aug 2024; peak Jan 2015 (2).

2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor recalls

3 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 10V514000Oct 20, 2010Electrical System19,410 vehicles

    Electrical system:software

    Mitsubishi is recalling certain model year 2006-2008 endeavor with manual air conditioning. Due to an incorrect heater (HVAC) controller signal, the air flow from the air vents may randomly change direction and/or the temperature may briefly cycle between hot and cold.

    Risk: This condition could affect defroster performance, resulting in poor windshield visibility and potentially cause a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect for damage and if necessary repair the mode door shaft free of charge. The safety recall began on december 7, 2010. Owners may contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.

  2. NHTSA 10V065000Feb 25, 2010Fuel System108,147 vehicles

    Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:filler pipe and cap

    Mitsubishi is recalling certain model year 2004-2010 endeavor vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, virginia, west virginia, wisconsin, and washington d.c. Cold states include north dakota, south dakota, nebraska, kansas, oklahoma, colorado, wyoming, montana, idaho, washington, oregon, and utah. Adjoining states include arkansas, tennessee, and north carolina. In severe corrosive environments where road salts are frequently used in winter vehicles may be exposed to road debris (mud) mixed with road salt. This material can become trapped between a reinforcing bracket and the fuel filler pipe, potentially causing corrosion. Over time, corrosion could create a leak in the fuel filler pipe that could result in a fuel leakage when fueling the vehicle.

    Risk: Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel filler pipe with a new improved part free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before july 5, 2010. Owners may contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.

  3. NHTSA 08V139000Mar 26, 2008Electrical System116,600 vehicles

    Electrical system:ignition

    Mitsubishi is recalling 120,000 my 2004-2006 endeavor passenger vehicles. During vehicle use, the ignition key interlock cable (which is a component of the interlock system) may allow the interlocking cam to fall forward and allow the ignition key to be removed from the ignition switch when the gearshift mechanism is not in the park position.

    Risk: If the driver does not shift to park before removing the key and fails to engage the parking brake, the vehicle could roll and a crash could occur.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and correct these vehicles for the reported condition. The recall will begin on july 7, 2008. Owners may contact mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820.

2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor fuel economy and fuel cost

City
15 MPG
Highway
20.5 MPG
Combined
17.5 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$4,575
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel
Premium
Current regular gas
$4.32/gal
national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2008 compared with other Endeavor years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)02550751002005200620072008200920102011
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2006Caution6720517.5
2007Caution5021517.5
2008Good1714317.5
2009No verdict00117.5
2010Good3311217.5

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor a good year?
Among 7 Endeavor model years tracked, 2008 has a complaint index of 17 and ranks 6th worst, making it one of the lower-complaint years. Its verdict is Good, though capped because 2005-2009 complaint records are less complete.
What problems does the 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor have?
NHTSA complaints most often cite the Fuel System, at 21% of complaints, followed by Electrical System, Seat Belts, Structure & Body, Suspension, and Transmission & Powertrain, each at 14%. Median mileage at failure for fuel system complaints was 157,100.
Does the 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor have recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2008 Endeavor: an HVAC controller/mode door issue, a fuel filler pipe replacement, and an ignition key interlock cable recall. None are do-not-drive recalls.
How does the 2008 Endeavor compare to other years?
The 2008 model's complaint index of 17 is far lower than 2005 (100), 2011 (83), 2006 (67), and 2007 (50), and slightly better than 2010's 33, based on NHTSA data.
Were there any crashes or injuries reported for the 2008 Endeavor?
NHTSA data lists 2 crashes and 0 fires, injuries, or deaths tied to complaints for the 2008 Endeavor.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.